Multiple Choice
In the equation Kj = α + ßj Rm + e:
A) beta (ß) is a stock's measure of volatility (risk) relative to the market.
B) beta is the stock's expected return.
C) beta is the market's adjusted return.
D) beta is an accurate predictor of one stock's future risk.
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